Hudson Police Department Internship

The program is currently developing as will the duties. Basically, the intern serves as a community service officer with HPD and performs duties such as parking enforcement, court duties and other tasks needed by the dept. the intern also conducts a good amount of ride-alongs to experience the daily duties of the officers.(2006)

Students identified positive aspects of this placement

The people and connections made during the experience were my highlights. Also, they are very willing to work with me in consideration of my fugure in the field.(2006)

You're well informed. No matter what is happening, the officers are giving you feedback on what what is going on. They know you're there and that you're there for a reason. They will try to include you on anything and everything that they can do to try to broaden your knowledge. (2000)

Students identified difficulties typical in this placement

It is not particularly difficult as they will not require you to do anything you are not comfortable with or prepared for.(2006)

Eating arrangements - you never know if or when or where you're going to eat. Have a little something with you just incase you get tied up. (2000)